Arkipyhä
Arkipyhä is a Finnish term that translates to "weekday holiday" or "regular holiday" in English. It refers to a public holiday that falls on a day other than a weekend, specifically Monday through Friday. This distinction is important in Finnish labor law and for understanding how holidays affect working schedules. When a public holiday occurs on a weekday, it is typically observed as a day off for most employees.
The concept of arkipyhä helps differentiate these holidays from those that might fall on a Saturday or
The observance of an arkipyhä means that businesses and public services may operate on reduced hours or